Annual inflation decreased to 9.4% in July from 10.7% in June. Statistics Botswana attributed the 1.3 percentage-point decline to a 6.5% drop in the transport index.
Why it mattersLower fuel prices reduced transport costs for consumers and businesses after a price surge earlier this year.
MMG Ltd discovered a new copper-silver deposit containing an estimated 1.4 million tonnes of copper and 90 million ounces of silver. The Kgwebe deposit is located approximately six kilometers from the existing Zone 5 mine.
Why it mattersThe discovery increases the long-term mineral resources and growth prospects for the Khoemacau operation.
The government maintained a P1,500 daily local per diem for public servants, according to the Hospitality and Tourism Association of Botswana. Starting Sept. 1, 2026, officials must provide receipts for accommodation components up to P900.
Why it mattersThe policy is expected to increase demand for the domestic hospitality industry.
The African Development Bank estimated Botswana's natural capital, including wildlife and water, at $116 billion as of 2020. The figure represents the value of assets over time rather than liquid funds for spending.
Why it mattersThe government is looking to these assets as alternative sources of growth and financing to reduce dependence on diamonds.
The population of people aged 15 to 64 is projected to rise to 67.6% by 2038. The Sunday Standard reports this demographic shift creates a potential economic dividend.
Why it mattersThe country must now increase productivity and generate more jobs to prevent the expanding workforce from becoming an economic burden.